Wide spaces skiing itinerary
LES CHAPELETS
An awesome run awaits you at the far end of the Courchevel 1850
ski area, one whose slopes are punctuated by magnificently sharp
drops. Few venture this far out. Those who do say that the last
wall (located just above the chairlift's departure station) is worth
the detour alone, especially if you are in the mood to test what
you are made of! Snow conditions here are consistently excellent
throughout the season.
Beginners beware: This run is not for you!
LE DOU DES LANCHES
Located at the far edge of Courchevel 1650‚s ski domain, the
power of this exceptional landscape will awe you. Dominated by the
neighbouring peak of La Dent de Villard, its face scored with couloirs
and ravines, the terrain becomes hauntingly wild. Throughout this
impressive backcountry snakes the red run called Chapelets. Downhillers
lucky enough to enjoy this truly off-the-beaten-path trail switch
back and forth in delight, revelling in the sensations of BIG skiing!
LES ROCHERS
Upon reaching the summit by way of either Signal's chair or surface
lift, you will find the well-known Chapelets trail but also another
not-to-be-missed run: Les Rochers. With its awe-inspiring terrain
of gorges and massive rock formations, this run is an exceptional
place for carving. The slope is neither too steep, nor too gentle
˜just the right conditions to fully appreciate each individual
turn, each shift of balance.
A true delight...
LA COMBE DES PYLONES
Opinion is unanimous concerning this run: "Whatever you do,
don‚t tell anyone else" and "Let‚s try and
keep this one to ourselves". It is a relatively short run (750
m) and situated in a well-known area (on the Vizille massif leading
to the Combe de la Saulire). So what‚s the big deal? For starters,
crowds are rare indeed, and its straightforward and even slope boasts
some of the best snow in the Valley, groomed regularly. Essentially,
it embodies the term "wide open skiing" and is considered
by those in the know as THE spot to ski in Courchevel...
LES ROCHES GRISES
You reach it via the Creux Noirs chairlift, much appreciated by
off-piste aficionados. From the summit, negotiate your way toward
Les Creux by way of a deep red run (borderline black), or its variant,
with only a few other skiers˜a great part of its appeal! You
won't be disappointed by snow quality here for you will be skiing
at an elevation of 2700 to 2400 metres.
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